A patient weighing 150 lbs has multiple trauma. You calculate BEE as 1600 kcal. Calculate calorie and protein needs based on multiple trauma.

a. 2800 kcal; 125 grams protein
b. 2000 kcal; 80 grams protein
c. 2500 kcal; 150 grams protein
d. 2300 kcal; 100 grams protein


Answer: d. 2300 kcal; 100 grams protein

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